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Is CUSP a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, CUSP is a valid word in US Scrabble and UK Scrabble, worth 8 points.

Base score before bonus squares; blank tiles score zero.

What does CUSP mean?

  1. noun

    point formed by two intersecting arcs (as from the intrados of a Gothic arch)

  2. noun

    a thin triangular flap of a heart valve

  3. noun

    small elevation on the grinding surface of a tooth

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Points

Scrabble
8
Words With Friends
11
Letters
4

C (3) + U (1) + S (1) + P (3) = 8 points in Scrabble.

Dictionary status

  • Scrabble (US & Canada)Valid
  • Scrabble (UK & worldwide)Valid
  • Words With FriendsListed

Scrabble lists: NWL2023 (US & Canada) and CSW24 (UK & worldwide). WWF uses our ENABLE reference plus verified additions. “Listed” and “Not listed” describe that reference; check acceptance in the game. Sources reviewed 2026-10-03.

Hooks for CUSP

Single letters that turn CUSP into another valid word in US Scrabble. Hooks let you extend a word already on the board.

Front hooks0

None. Nothing can be added to the front.

Back hooks1

Anagrams of CUSP

Words that use exactly the same letters.

Words you can make from CUSP

The 8 highest-scoring words using these letters.

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